In this episode, Anna and Jessica introduce the concept of a monthly listeners' episode 'Beef and Debrief.'

Takeaways

• Dealing with grandparents' feeding habits
• Pricing and selling handmade items. Researching clientele is crucial for pricing
• Parenting pressure can lead to guilt and anxiety
• Business growth requires patience and market research

The mommy topic covers the emotional and physical adjustments of new motherhood, the role of the partner, and the need for open communication and understanding. The small business topic covers strategies for maintaining momentum when starting out.

Takeaways

• Mommy wins and daddy delights are important milestones and moments of joy in early motherhood.
• Open communication and understanding between partners are crucial for navigating the challenges of early motherhood. New motherhood brings significant changes and challenges.
• Maintaining momentum in a small business requires strategic planning and adaptability.

In this episode, we’re sharing some real-life wins from this season of life. From giving a big presentation while working from home to finally getting our newborn to sleep in her crib, we’re celebrating the small moments that feel huge right now.

Then we get into hospital prep and business beginnings. We cover our own birth experience. We also share the first steps we took toward starting a business, what we considered before taking the leap, and how we identified a need in the market.

If you’re wondering where to start, whether it’s preparing for a baby or building something new, this episode is for you.

The episode features a candid conversation between Anna and Jessica, who share their experiences as business owners and mothers. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of starting a business, the struggles of pregnancy, and the vulnerability of putting oneself out there as a small business owner. The conversation is filled with humor, honesty, and valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and parents.

Takeaways

• Starting a business requires self-confidence and vulnerability.
• Craft fairs are a valuable opportunity for small business owners to connect with customers and gain valuable feedback.
• The challenges of pregnancy and motherhood are shared experiences that can bring people together.

Content Warning: This material contains a brief discussion of miscarriage, as well as references to vomiting and bowel-related topics. Viewer discretion is advised.

Hey, we're so glad you're here. We're two best friends, two small business owners, two new moms, and we started this podcast because we needed a community we couldn't find anywhere else. In this first episode, we're introducing ourselves (hi, we're Jess and Anna!), sharing our businesses, telling you how we met, and explaining why this podcast had to exist. Come hang out. ☕

Makers. Owners. Mothers. Welcome to M.O.M. Co.